In vitro stress analysis study of different prosthetic options using single posterior implant for management of mandibular unilateral distal extension saddle
Conclusion The conclusions are as follows: (1) maximum strain induced at tooth and implant abutments were in case of side plate design; (2) distribution of micro-strain between the implant and tooth abutment in case of fixed restoration was better than distribution in case of the other two groups. (Source: Tanta Dental Journal)
Source: Tanta Dental Journal - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
The relationship between salivary levels of cortisol, chromogranin A (CgA) and xerostomia in post-menopausal women
Conclusion Significant associations between salivary cortisol and CgA levels and symptoms of oral dryness and reduced salivary flow rates were detected. (Source: Tanta Dental Journal)
Source: Tanta Dental Journal - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Socioeconomic factors and complete edentulism for female patients at King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Conclusion The study revealed a relationship between sociodemographic variables and complete edentulism with age, educational level and socioeconomic status playing a vital role in edentulism and denture demand. More emphasis should be given on improving educational and the socioeconomic status among citizens in south and east of the capital. (Source: Tanta Dental Journal)
Source: Tanta Dental Journal - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
Effect of thermocycling on the micro-shear bond strength of solvent free and solvent containing self-etch adhesives to dentin
Conclusion Thermocycling had a negative effect on the bonding of self etching adhesive systems to dentin and solvent free adhesive system has non-significant lower bond strength in relation to solvent containing adhesive systems. (Source: Tanta Dental Journal)
Source: Tanta Dental Journal - November 6, 2014 Category: Dentistry Source Type: research
